- 96 points -

A firm, fine-grained red with plum, mahogany, iron and bark on the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied with a dusty texture from the tannins. Flavorful finish. Needs time to soften, but a beautiful young Barolo. Try after 2024.

- 95 points -

- 95 points -

- 94 points -

A product of 85-plus-year-old vines in Castiglione Falletto, the Azelia 2017 Barolo Bricco Fiasco is subdued and delicate, with linear fruit of wild plum and blackberry, plus hints of blue flower and pressed violet. The age of the vines and the depth of the root system in the loose soils of this site have helped to maintain balance and freshness during the hottest moments of this vintage. Indeed, this wine is more immediately silky in texture compared to Azelia's wines from Serralunga d'Alba (like the Barolo Margheria also reviewed in this report). This release of 5,600 bottles presents a nice opportunity to try your hand at a delicate rabbit ravioli for a very special occasion a few years from now.

- 94 points -

Located in Castiglione Falletto, Bricco Fiasco is a vineyard of old vines (85 years old) considered to be the historical selection of the estate. Fermented with indigenous yeasts for approximately 60 days with a submerged cap, it's then aged in large oak vessels for 24 months. Intense ruby in colour, it is restrained but full of layers, dominated by a bouquet of rose and violet, with fruit ranging between cranberry and dried cherry, followed by leather and earthy tones. Sucrose, fleshy and pure on the full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and refreshing acidity. The floral character is intoxicating, while the extraction is so great on the mid-palate and chalky on the finish.

Drinking Window 2021 - 2040

- 94 points -

The 2018 Barolo Bricco Fiasco reveals a dark and brooding character with dark fruit, iron ore, rusty earth, tar and licorice. It shows enormous precision and sharpness, especially in terms of the bouquet, with tight tannins and nice acidity.

- 94 points -

- 94 points -

Offers raisin, coffee and dried flowers on the nose. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins that are velvety and round. Impressive and powerful, with lots of new wood. So velvety. Best after 2012. 705 cases made, 430 cases imported.

- 93 points -

The 2017 Barolo Bricco Fiasco is bright and effusive from the very first taste. Crushed flowers, red berry fruit, orange peel, spice and mint all grace this nervy, mid-weight Barolo. Medium in body and translucent, the 2017 has quite a bit to offer. It is an especially savory, linear Barolo.

- 93 points -

A soft and ripe red with plum and berry character and just a hint of meat. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long finish. Best after 2008. 1,020 cases made, 680 cases imported.

- 93 points -

Displays violet, raspberry, mineral and rose petal on the nose. Full-bodied, with firm, chewy tannins that follow through to a rich, fruity palate, with new wood and sweet tobacco.—'99 Piedmont blind retrospective (2009). Best after 2012. 940 cases made, 740 cases imported.

- 92 points -

Dried berry, pressed rose, star anise and botanical herb aromas slowly take shape in the glass. Elegant and austere, the firm palate features tart cherry, blood orange, licorice and tobacco alongside tightly knit, refined tannins that leave an assertive finish. It definitely needs more time to fully unwind and develop. Drink 2027–2032. 

- 92 points -

Fragrant, with raspberry compote, hay, spice and rose aromas, this red starts out supple and ends sinewy and compact. The aftertaste lingers, echoing the berry fruit and adding a mineral element. Best from 2024 through 2039. 500 cases made, 165 cases imported.

- 92 points -

- 91 points -

There’s a decent bead of red-berry fruit and some nut and citrus character. Medium-bodied palate with rather light tannin this year. It may expand with time. Try from 2023.

- 90 points -

This red evokes sweet spice, licorice, leather and dried cherry aromas and flavors. The firm tannins are well-integrated, providing support and focus as this ends with savory accents. Best from 2018 through 2030. 560 cases made

17,5

Savoury and with the beginning of dried fruit and hints of camphor. Youthful sappy fruit and sweet ripe tannins on the finish. Lots of potential.